Health Beyond Weight Loss |Insulin Resistance, Blood Sugar, Brain fog, Natural Remedies, Ketosis, Faith

TaShawn Davis, RN Holistic Health Coach, Author, Speaker
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*** Top 5% Globally Ranked*** Do you struggle with constant sugar cravings, afternoon energy crashes, or brain fog that makes it hard to focus on the things that matter most? If you’ve ever wondered why your health seems to be getting worse even when you’re trying to do the right things, you’re not alone. Welcome to Health Beyond Weight Loss, the podcast that helps you break sugar cravings through balanced blood sugar so you can regain steady energy, think clearly, and take control of your health. Through holistic health that focuses on faith, physiology, common sense, and a little humor, I help you understand and battle chronic health conditions.  I’m TaShawn Davis, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach, and after more than two decades working in healthcare, I began to see a pattern. Many people are struggling with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and insulin resistance, yet very few understand the simple physiology behind what’s happening inside their bodies. On this podcast, I break down complex health topics into simple, practical conversations so you can understand how sugar, insulin resistance, and metabolic health affect the way your body functions. Each episode helps you connect the dots between what you eat, how your body responds, and how to stabilize your blood sugar for lasting results. You’ll learn how insulin resistance impacts your energy, weight, and overall health—and how to improve it using practical strategies like intermittent fasting, low-carb, ketosis, carnivore, stress reduction, and any dietary preference, and more, so you can restore your energy and support long-term health. If you’re ready to understand your body, break the cycle of sugar cravings, and start building real health beyond weight loss, with faith and confidence, you’re in the right place. So grab your favorite sugar-free drink, settle in, and let’s chat about it!.

  1. 2d ago

    38. Trying to Fix Insulin Resistance Alone? Why Community Coaching Can Help You Stay Consistent

    *** Top 5% Globally Ranked*** Trying to Fix Insulin Resistance Alone? Why Community Coaching Can Help You Stay Consistent Have you been trying to improve your health for years but keep finding yourself starting over? You may have tried reducing sugar, changing your diet, using supplements, or managing blood sugar on your own. But when headaches, fatigue, cravings, uncertainty, or discouragement appear, it can be difficult to know whether your body is adjusting—or whether something needs attention. In this episode of the Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast, TaShawn Davis, RN, shares what she learned from people attending the final Summer Metabolic Tour. Many admitted they had tried for years to improve their health alone, but realized they needed education, accountability, and community support to follow through. You’ll learn why community coaching may help people stay consistent while addressing insulin resistance and improving metabolic health. In This Episode Why information alone does not always create lasting health change How trying to manage insulin resistance alone can lead to frustration and repeated setbacks Why people may quit when they experience headaches, fatigue, cravings, or low energy after reducing sugar and refined carbohydrates Why early dietary changes should be approached with education rather than fear or guesswork How hydration, sleep, sodium, caffeine, stress, and medications may influence symptoms Why people taking glucose-lowering medication need individualized medical guidance How community accountability supports consistency Why observing other people’s healthy behaviors can build confidence What researchers are studying about the mirror neuron system and social learning Why peer support and diabetes self-management education may improve health behaviors How group coaching can help people understand their bodies and recover after setbacks Why sustainable metabolic health requires patience and support How faith, humility, and community can strengthen a health journey Why People Often Quit Too Soon When someone reduces sugar and refined carbohydrates, they may experience temporary changes such as headaches, fatigue, irritability, cravings, lightheadedness, or digestive changes. These symptoms can have multiple causes, including changes in food intake, hydration, sodium, caffeine, sleep, stress, or medication. They should not automatically be interpreted as proof that a program is working—or failing. Education and appropriate professional support can help people understand what they are experiencing and determine their next step safely. The Power of Community Accountability A supportive community can provide: Regular check-ins Encouragement without shame Practical problem-solving A place to ask questions Shared experiences Support after setbacks Structure for building consistent habits Research on peer support and diabetes self-management education suggests that combining education with peer support may improve self-management and glycemic outcomes, although results vary by program and individual. Read a systematic review on peer support and diabetes self-management. Researchers have also studied the mirror neuron system, a network involved in observing and mapping other people’s actions. This may help explain part of why people learn through modeling and observation, but community behavior change involves much more than mirror neurons alone—including social support, repetition, confidence, identity, and structure. Review of the mirror neuron system. Key Takeaways You may not lack discipline—you may lack support and structure. One difficult day does not erase your progress. Understanding the adjustment process can help you avoid quitting prematurely. Community accountability is not about shame; it is about support and follow-through. It did not take two weeks to develop years of metabolic dysfunction, so give your body time to learn a different pattern. You do not have to pursue better health alone. Final Enrollment Opportunity: The Metabolic Intensive Enrollment closes Wednesday, August 19—the final day to join the next six-week Metabolic Intensive cohort. The cohort begins Saturday, August 22, at The 5th Floor in Avalon Park. Inside this guided community, you’ll learn about insulin resistance, blood sugar, food choices, cravings, labs, and sustainable metabolic-health habits. Learn more at: https://www.healthbeyondweightloss.com Support the Podcast If this episode encouraged you: Follow the Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast Leave a review Share this episode with someone who has been trying alone Join the Health Beyond Weight Loss community Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthbeyondweightloss Books by TaShawn Davis, RN Sugar Deception: Full Body System Review https://a.co/d/0eVtBjg7 Uproot The Cravings: 21-Day Sugar Detox Devotional & Journal https://a.co/d/0j2BDw2j Connect With TaShawn Website: https://www.healthbeyondweightloss.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaShawnDavisRNHealthCoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tashawndavisrnhealthcoach Email: tashawndavisrn@gmail.com About Health Beyond Weight Loss Health Beyond Weight Loss helps people understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, cravings, prediabetes, Type 2 diabetes, and practical lifestyle strategies through education, understanding, and hope. Get healthy first, and the weight will follow. Medical Disclaimer This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not stop, start, or change medications or supplements based on this episode. Speak with your qualified healthcare professional before changing your eating pattern, especially if you have diabetes, take glucose-lowering medication, are pregnant, or have kidney, liver, or other complex health conditions.

  2. 6d ago

    37. Trying to Fix Insulin Resistance? Why You Should Slow Down Before Taking Supplements

    **Top 5% Globally Ranked Podcast** Trying to Fix Insulin Resistance? Why You Should Slow Down Before Taking Supplements Are you searching for the best supplements for diabetes, insulin resistance, weight loss, fatigue, or metabolic health? Before adding another pill, powder, or protocol, what if you slowed down long enough to see what your body can do with the right foundation? In this episode of the Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast, TaShawn Davis, RN, explains why she often encourages clients to begin with fewer changes—not more. You’ll learn why quick-fix solutions can distract from the root causes of insulin resistance and why understanding your body’s response is essential for sustainable metabolic health. TaShawn also shares a personal lesson she received from one of her pastors: “Slow down.” That simple advice has shaped the way she approaches her own life and teaches clients who are trying to improve blood sugar, cravings, energy, hormones, and long-term health. In This Episode Why people often ask for supplements before addressing the root cause Why insulin resistance requires more than a blood-sugar-focused solution How adding too many changes at once can make reactions difficult to identify Why people may mistakenly credit a supplement for improvements caused by foundational lifestyle changes The connection between metabolic health, hunger, cravings, leptin, and ghrelin Why vitamin D should be evaluated within the context of a person’s overall health Why testing, medication review, and individualized care matter How slowing down can help you observe your body more clearly Why sustainable health requires patience, understanding, and consistency How faith, stewardship, and health are connected The Slow Down Approach Instead of immediately adding multiple supplements, begin by asking: What metabolic stressors can I reduce? What happens to my hunger, cravings, sleep, energy, and blood sugar? What information do my labs and healthcare team provide? What needs to be added strategically—and what may not be necessary? The goal is not to reject supplements. The goal is to use them thoughtfully, based on individual needs, appropriate testing, and professional guidance. Key Takeaways More supplements do not automatically mean better health. Making too many changes at once can make it difficult to identify what is helping or causing a reaction. Insulin resistance involves hormones, energy regulation, hunger, and nutrient signaling—not just glucose. Foundational habits deserve time and attention before quick fixes are added. Slow progress can still be meaningful progress. You are not behind, and you do not have to change everything at once. Sometimes the most powerful next step is to slow down, listen to your body, and give it the opportunity to respond. Join the Metabolic Intensive Orientation and Celebration The final opportunity to join the Metabolic Intensive Orientation and Celebration is this Saturday, August 15, from 12:00–4:00 p.m. at Encore of Avalon. This power-packed afternoon will include: Practical metabolic-health education Testimonies from people who have worked with TaShawn An introduction to the upcoming Metabolic Intensive A low-carbohydrate barbecue A celebration of TaShawn’s one-year book anniversary Learn more and register at: https://www.healthbeyondweightloss.com Support the Podcast If this episode helped you think differently about insulin resistance, supplements, or your health journey: Follow the Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast Leave a review Share this episode with someone who is searching for a quick fix but needs hope and understanding Join the conversation in the Health Beyond Weight Loss community Facebook Community: https://www.healthbeyondweightloss.com Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/tashawndavisrnhealthcoach Email: tashawndavisrn@gmail.com About Health Beyond Weight Loss Health Beyond Weight Loss helps people understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, metabolic health, cravings, prediabetes, Type 2 diabetes, and practical lifestyle strategies. The mission is to help reverse one million cases of Type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance through education, understanding, and hope. Get healthy first, and the weight will follow. Medical Disclaimer This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not stop, start, or change medications or supplements based on this episode. Speak with your qualified healthcare professional before making changes, especially if you have diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease, are pregnant, take glucose-lowering medication, or have a complex medical history. Keywords: insulin resistance, supplements for diabetes, metabolic health, blood sugar control, insulin resistance treatment, vitamin D and insulin resistance, leptin and ghrelin, diabetes education, root cause health, holistic health coaching, Type 2 diabetes support, metabolic health educator

  3. Aug 6

    36. Trying to Fix Insulin Resistance? Understand This Before Choosing a Diet

    ***Top 5% Globally Ranked*** Trying to Fix Insulin Resistance? Understand This Before Choosing a Diet Are you trying to improve insulin resistance but feel pressured to choose the perfect diet? Keto, Mediterranean, vegetarian, and low-carbohydrate eating are often presented as competing choices—but improving metabolic health begins with understanding what food does inside your body. In Episode 36 of Health Beyond Weight Loss, TaShawn Davis, RN, explains insulin resistance, ketosis, blood sugar regulation, and how cells use different fuel sources. She also clarifies the difference between a dietary pattern and a metabolic state, helping listeners understand why they do not have to choose a label before beginning their health journey. This episode is for anyone experiencing fatigue, cravings, difficulty losing weight, blood sugar concerns, or confusion about which nutrition approach may support better metabolic health. In This Episode What insulin resistance means in simple language Why blood sugar can appear normal while insulin levels are elevated The difference between keto, Mediterranean, vegetarian, and low-carbohydrate eating Why ketosis is a metabolic state—not simply a diet label How the liver produces ketones How cells use glucose, fatty acids, and ketones for energy The difference between nutritional ketosis and diabetic ketoacidosis Why food quality and individual response matter What research is showing about ketosis and brain health How ketogenic dietary therapy has been used in certain seizure disorders Why metabolic health is about more than weight loss How to begin paying attention to your body’s responses to food What Is Insulin Resistance? Insulin helps move glucose from the bloodstream into the cells. When cells become less responsive to insulin, the pancreas may produce more insulin to maintain blood sugar control. This compensation can occur before prediabetes or Type 2 diabetes is diagnosed. Insulin resistance may be associated with cravings, fatigue, abdominal weight gain, high triglycerides, fatty liver, and difficulty losing weight—but symptoms alone cannot diagnose the condition. Understanding insulin resistance can help people ask better questions and have more informed conversations with their healthcare professionals. What Is Ketosis? Ketosis is a metabolic state that occurs when the body has less available glucose and begins producing ketone bodies from fat. These ketones can be used by tissues throughout the body, including the brain. This is different from diabetic ketoacidosis, a dangerous medical emergency. Nutritional ketosis should not be confused with diabetic ketoacidosis, and people with diabetes or complex medical conditions should seek individualized medical guidance before making major dietary changes. Key Takeaways You do not have to choose a diet label before you begin improving your health. Keto, Mediterranean, vegetarian, and low-carbohydrate describe eating patterns; ketosis describes a metabolic state. A vegetarian diet is not automatically metabolically healthy, and a ketogenic diet is not automatically healthy simply because it is low in carbohydrate. Insulin resistance may develop before blood sugar becomes clearly abnormal. Ketones can provide another fuel source for the body and brain. Research findings must be interpreted carefully; promising results do not automatically prove a cure or guarantee individual outcomes. Food quality, nutrient density, medical history, medications, and individual response all matter. Understanding your body can help you make better decisions with greater confidence. A Message for Your Health Journey You do not have to become an expert overnight. Begin by paying attention: How hungry are you after a meal? Does the food satisfy you or increase cravings? How does your energy change? What happens to your blood sugar? What patterns do you notice over several days? You are needed in this hour. Getting healthier is not vanity—it is stewardship. When you understand your body, you are better equipped to care for yourself, serve your family, and fulfill the work God has placed before you. The Metabolic Intensive™ The orientation and final opportunity to register are: Saturday, August 15, 2026 12:00 PM–4:00 PM Encore of Avalon This power-packed orientation will include: Testimonies from people who have worked with TaShawn Education about insulin resistance and metabolic health Program expectations and weekly outcomes Practical tools for the six-week experience A low-carbohydrate BBQ A celebration of TaShawn’s one-year book anniversary Encouragement, community, and support Learn more at Health Beyond Weight Loss Continue Learning Join the Health Beyond Weight Loss Facebook community Connect with TaShawn on Facebook Follow TaShawn on Instagram Explore TaShawn’s books: Sugar Deception: Full Body System Review Uproot The Cravings: 21-Day Sugar Detox Devotional & Journal Email: tashawndavisrn@gmail.com About TaShawn Davis, RN TaShawn Davis is a Registered Nurse, Holistic Health Coach, Metabolic Health Educator, Author, Speaker, and host of Health Beyond Weight Loss. Through education, coaching, speaking, and community outreach, TaShawn helps people understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, nutrition, metabolic health, and the connection between daily choices and long-term wellness. Her mission is to help reverse one million cases of Type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance through education, understanding, and hope. Get healthy first, and the weight will follow. Medical Disclaimer This episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent insulin resistance, Type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, seizure disorders, or any other medical condition. Do not stop, reduce, or change medications based on this episode. Discuss nutrition changes, fasting, ketosis, supplements, blood sugar concerns, and medical conditions with a qualified healthcare professional.  Keywords: insulin resistance, metabolic health, ketosis, nutritional ketosis, keto diet, Mediterranean diet, vegetarian diet, blood sugar, insulin resistance symptoms, ketogenic diet and brain health, Alzheimer’s and ketones, seizure disorders, Type 2 diabetes education, Health Beyond Weight Loss #reverse1milliontype2diabetes #InsulinResistance #MetabolicHealth #NutritionEducation #BloodSugar

  4. Aug 3

    35. Dr. Mary Newport When the Brain Can't Draw a Clock- Can Ketones & MCT oil Support Alzheimer's Health?

    ***Top 5% Globally ranked Podcast*** When the Brain Can’t Draw a Clock: Can Ketones Support Alzheimer’s Brain Health? | Dr. Mary Newport What if a simple clock-drawing task revealed that the brain was struggling—and what if the brain could use another fuel source? In Episode 35 of Health Beyond Weight Loss, TaShawn Davis, RN, speaks with Dr. Mary Newport about Alzheimer’s disease, cognitive decline, ketones, MCT oil, nutritional ketosis, and the connection between nutrition and brain health. Dr. Newport shares the personal experience that led her to investigate whether ketones and medium-chain triglycerides may provide an alternative fuel source for the brain. This conversation offers families, caregivers, nurses, assisted-living professionals, and healthcare educators a compassionate discussion about Alzheimer’s brain health, healthy aging, nutrition, and informed care. In This Episode Dr. Mary Newport’s personal journey with Alzheimer’s disease What a clock-drawing task may reveal about cognitive function Why the brain may use ketones as an alternative fuel MCT oil and medium-chain triglycerides Nutritional ketosis and brain health Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline Nutrition, memory, and healthy aging Questions caregivers and families may want to ask Why early education and compassionate conversations matter How healthcare professionals and assisted-living teams can support families with greater understanding Why This Conversation Matters When someone begins experiencing memory loss or changes in thinking, families often feel confused, frightened, and unprepared. They may wonder whether nutrition has a role in brain health, whether the brain can use alternative fuel sources, and what questions they should bring to a healthcare professional. Dr. Newport’s experience invites us to look more closely at the relationship between metabolism, nutrition, ketones, and cognitive health—while remaining honest about what is known, what is still being studied, and why individualized medical guidance is essential. This episode is not about making promises. It is about learning, asking better questions, and giving families access to thoughtful education and hope. Key Takeaways Changes in memory and thinking deserve attention and compassionate evaluation. The brain can use more than one type of fuel, including ketones. MCT oil is one nutritional source that may increase ketone availability, but individual responses vary. Nutrition is one part of a much larger conversation involving genetics, medical history, sleep, medications, inflammation, activity, and overall metabolic health. Families should not make major dietary or supplement changes without discussing them with a qualified healthcare professional. Caregivers and assisted-living professionals need practical, respectful education about nutrition and brain health. Hope and good medical care can exist together without overstating what any one strategy can accomplish. TaShawn’s Home-Care Perspective As a Registered Nurse and longtime home-care professional, TaShawn understands that health education must reach beyond the clinic. Families, caregivers, residents, and staff need information they can understand and use when making decisions about daily meals, medications, safety, independence, and quality of life. Health Beyond Weight Loss is committed to bringing metabolic health education to communities that are often overlooked—including older adults, caregivers, assisted-living residents, healthcare workers, and underserved families. Questions to Discuss With Your Healthcare Professional What could be contributing to changes in memory or thinking? Should medications, nutrition, sleep, blood sugar, or other health factors be reviewed? Could changes in carbohydrate intake or MCT oil be appropriate for my situation? Are there medication interactions, digestive concerns, or other safety considerations? How should blood glucose, ketones, hydration, and nutrition be monitored? What support does the caregiver or family need? Continue Learning With Health Beyond Weight Loss Explore practical education about insulin resistance, blood sugar, metabolic health, nutrition, healthy aging, and brain health: Visit Health Beyond Weight Loss Join the Health Beyond Weight Loss community for education, encouragement, and discussion: Join the Facebook community Learn about TaShawn’s books: Sugar Deception: Full Body System Review Uproot The Cravings: 21-Day Sugar Detox Devotional & Journal Connect with TaShawn: Facebook Instagram Email: tashawndavisrn@gmail.com About TaShawn Davis, RN TaShawn Davis is a Registered Nurse, holistic health coach, metabolic health educator, author, speaker, and host of the Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast. Through education, coaching, community speaking, and healthcare-focused programming, TaShawn helps people better understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, nutrition, metabolic health, and the connection between daily choices and long-term wellness. Her mission is to help reverse one million cases of Type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance through education, understanding, and hope. Get healthy first, and the weight will follow. Medical Disclaimer This episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, diabetes, or any other medical condition. Individual responses to nutrition, supplements, ketones, and MCT oil may vary. Do not stop, reduce, or change medications based on this episode. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional about cognitive symptoms, blood glucose concerns, supplements, dietary changes, pregnancy, hypoglycemia risk, or complex medical conditions. Keywords: Alzheimer’s brain health, cognitive decline, ketones and the brain, MCT oil, nutritional ketosis, ketogenic diet and Alzheimer’s, nutrition and memory, healthy aging, caregiver education, metabolic health, brain fuel, insulin resistance and brain health, Health Beyond Weight Loss, Mary Newport #BrainHealth #AlzheimersAwareness #HealthyAging #MetabolicHealth #reverse1milliontype2diabetes

  5. Jul 30

    34. Fell Off Your Healthy Diet? How to Restart After a Setback Without Giving Up

    Have you fallen off your healthy diet and wondered how to get back on track without starting completely over? One unplanned meal, difficult week, elevated blood-sugar reading, or return of sugar cravings can make you feel as though you have ruined all your progress. But one setback does not mean your healthy lifestyle, low-carb diet, weight-loss journey, or metabolic-health goals have failed. In Episode 34 of the Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast, Registered Nurse and Metabolic Health Educator TaShawn Davis, RN, shares the painful mistake she made after interviewing physician and author Dr. Mary Newport: TaShawn forgot to press record. The conversation happened—but the recording didn’t. TaShawn explains how she moved through disappointment and embarrassment, accepted responsibility, and found the humility to ask for another opportunity. Dr. Newport graciously agreed to return for another interview. This experience revealed a powerful lesson that also applies to improving blood sugar, insulin resistance, sugar cravings and metabolic health: A setback is an event—not your identity. If you have stopped following your healthy diet, low-carb lifestyle, keto diet, exercise routine, or blood-sugar plan, this episode will help you evaluate what happened, release the shame, and take the next appropriate step. IN THIS EPISODE ✔️ What happened when TaShawn forgot to record her interview with Dr. Mary Newport ✔️ Why embarrassment can prevent us from asking for help or beginning again ✔️ The difference between experiencing one setback and creating a repeated pattern ✔️ Why one unplanned meal does not erase all your previous progress ✔️ How sugar cravings, stress, sleep, habits, and your food environment can affect dietary choices ✔️ Why understanding insulin resistance and blood-sugar patterns can support more informed decisions ✔️ How to restart a healthy diet without punishing yourself ✔️ Why shame rarely produces sustainable lifestyle change ✔️ How humility, personal responsibility and grace can work together ✔️ A faith-based perspective on falling, rising and faithfully stewarding your health ✔️ The five-step RESET method for continuing after a health setback THE RESET METHOD R — RECOGNIZE WHAT HAPPENED Describe the event honestly without turning it into your identity. Instead of saying, “I am a failure,” acknowledge the specific choice or situation that occurred. E — EXAMINE THE SITUATION Consider what contributed to the setback. Were you hungry, stressed, tired, emotionally overwhelmed, unprepared, or surrounded by foods that are difficult for you to moderate? S — SIMPLIFY THE NEXT STEP You do not have to repair your entire health journey in one day. Focus on the next appropriate action available to you. E — EXTEND GRACE WITHOUT ABANDONING RESPONSIBILITY Grace does not mean pretending your choices do not matter. It means refusing to use one mistake as a weapon against yourself. T — TRUST THE PROCESS AND CONTINUE Do not wait until next Monday, next month or the beginning of another challenge. Begin with your next decision. KEY TAKEAWAYS • One unplanned meal does not automatically erase your previous progress. • One blood-sugar reading does not provide the complete picture of your metabolic health. • A setback should provide information—not become your identity. • Understanding the circumstances surrounding a setback can help you prepare differently next time. • Grace and personal responsibility can exist together. • Sustainable behavior change requires more than shame or willpower. • You may not need a completely different goal. You may simply need to take the next right step. • One setback does not cancel the mission. A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT If you have been avoiding your physician because you are embarrassed about your blood sugar, make the appointment. If you stopped checking your glucose because you are afraid of what you might see, talk with your healthcare team about an appropriate monitoring plan. If you regained weight, that does not erase what you previously learned. If your sugar cravings returned, begin examining what changed. If you stopped following your plan, choose one appropriate action you can take today. You do not have to solve your entire future at once. You only need to stop allowing one chapter to write the ending. LISTEN, FOLLOW AND SHARE 🎧 Follow the Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-beyond-weight-loss-insulin-resistance-blood/id1890758407 If this episode helped you: ⭐ Follow the podcast so you do not miss a new episode. ⭐ Leave a five-star rating and written review. ⭐ Share this episode with someone who is struggling to restart after a setback. Your reviews and shares help more people discover practical education about insulin resistance, blood sugar, prediabetes, Type 2 diabetes, sugar cravings, brain health, and metabolic health. THE METABOLIC INTENSIVE™ Are you ready to go beyond quick fixes and finally understand what may be happening inside your body? The Metabolic Intensive™ is a six-week educational experience designed to help you better understand: • Insulin resistance • Blood-sugar physiology • Prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes • Laboratory results and questions to discuss with your healthcare team • Low-carbohydrate nutrition • Sugar cravings • Food choices and practical swaps • Sustainable metabolic-health habits 📅 Six-week cohort: August 22–September 26 🕙 Saturdays, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM 📍 The 5th Floor, Avalon Park Learn more and register: https://www.healthbeyondweightloss.com BOOKS BY TASHAWN DAVIS, RN 📘 SUGAR DECEPTION: FULL BODY SYSTEM REVIEW Learn how excessive sugar consumption, high-carbohydrate foods, and insulin resistance may affect multiple systems throughout the body. https://a.co/d/0eVtBjg7 📗 UPROOT THE CRAVINGS A 21-Day Sugar Detox Devotional & Journal created to help you address sugar cravings while strengthening faith, discipline and healthier daily habits. https://a.co/d/0j2BDw2j CONNECT WITH TASHAWN DAVIS, RN 🌿 Website and coaching: https://www.healthbeyondweightloss.com 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-beyond-weight-loss-insulin-resistance-blood/id1890758407 💚 Facebook Community — Health Beyond Weight Loss: Metabolic Health & Insulin Resistance: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthbeyondweightloss 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaShawnDavisRNHealthCoach 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tashawndavisrnhealthcoach ABOUT HEALTH BEYOND WEIGHT LOSS Health Beyond Weight Loss is a faith-based health and nutrition podcast helping listeners understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, prediabetes, Type 2 diabetes, sugar cravings, brain fog, fatigue, inflammation, hormones, ketosis, low-carbohydrate nutrition and metabolic health. Hosted by TaShawn Davis, RN—a Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of nursing experience, Holistic Health Coach, author, speaker and Metabolic Health Educator—each episode simplifies complex health topics through practical, evidence-informed education rooted in physiology, faith and hope. Health Beyond Weight Loss has been heard in more than 56 countries across six continents and ranks among the top 5% of podcasts globally. Our mission is to help reverse one million cases of Type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance through education, understanding and hope. Get healthy first, and the weight will follow. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician or another qualified healthcare professional before changing your diet, medications, supplements, physical activity, or treatment plan. 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  6. Jul 23

    33. Why Doesn't My Doctor Test My Fasting Insulin? What Your Blood Work Might Be Missing

    Why Doesn't My Doctor Test My Fasting Insulin? What Your Blood Work May Be Missing Have you ever been told your blood work was "normal"... but you still didn't feel like yourself? If you've struggled with stubborn weight gain, fatigue, blood sugar swings, cravings, high blood pressure, brain fog, or recurring health concerns, you may have wondered if your lab work is telling the whole story. In this episode of the Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast, Registered Nurse and Metabolic Health Educator TaShawn Davis, RN, explains what a fasting insulin test is, how it differs from A1C and fasting glucose, and why understanding your blood work can help you have more informed conversations with your healthcare team. You'll also learn what an A1C really measures, why red blood cell lifespan matters, factors that can influence A1C results, and why no single blood test should ever be interpreted in isolation. Whether you're living with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, PCOS, metabolic syndrome, obesity, fatty liver disease, or unexplained fatigue, this episode will help you better understand the purpose and limitations of common metabolic lab tests. In This Episode ✔ What a fasting insulin test measures ✔ Why fasting insulin is different from blood sugar ✔ What your A1C actually measures ✔ Why red blood cells matter when interpreting A1C ✔ Conditions that can influence A1C results ✔ The difference between fasting glucose, A1C, and fasting insulin ✔ What laboratory reference ranges really mean ✔ Why "normal" lab results don't always answer every clinical question ✔ Why understanding your blood work empowers better conversations with your healthcare provider Key Takeaways • A1C reflects average blood sugar over approximately the previous 2–3 months because glucose attaches to hemoglobin in red blood cells. • Fasting glucose provides a snapshot of blood sugar at one point in time. • Fasting insulin measures the hormone that helps regulate blood sugar—it is not the same as glucose. • Some clinicians use fasting insulin as one piece of a broader metabolic assessment, although it is not a routine screening test in many current clinical guidelines. • Blood tests are most useful when interpreted alongside symptoms, medical history, physical findings, and other laboratory results. • Education helps patients become active partners in their healthcare. 🎉 Join Me In Person! FREE Metabolic Health Experience™ 📍 Encore Assisted Living 📅 July 29 🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Discover why metabolic health matters and learn practical strategies that can help you better understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, and nutrition. The Metabolic Intensive™ Ready to go beyond Google searches and quick fixes? Join my 6-week Metabolic Intensive™, where you'll learn how to understand your labs, reduce sugar cravings, improve metabolic health, and build sustainable habits. Topics include: ✅ Understanding Blood Work ✅ Insulin Resistance ✅ Prediabetes ✅ Type 2 Diabetes ✅ Low-Carbohydrate Nutrition ✅ Breaking Sugar Cravings ✅ Sustainable Lifestyle Change 📅 Orientation & Kickoff: August 15 🌐 https://www.healthbeyondweightloss.com 📚 Books by TaShawn Davis, RN 📖 Sugar Deception: Full Body System Review Learn how sugar and insulin resistance affect nearly every system of the body—and discover practical, evidence-informed strategies to improve your metabolic health. 🛒 https://a.co/d/0eVtBjg7 📖 Uproot the Cravings A 21-Day Sugar Detox Devotional & Journal designed to help you overcome sugar cravings and build healthier habits one day at a time. 🛒 https://a.co/d/0j2BDw2j Connect With Me 🌐 https://www.healthbeyondweightloss.com 🎙 Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast 📘 Health Beyond Weight Loss Facebook Community 📱 Follow TaShawn Davis, RN for weekly education on: • Insulin Resistance • Prediabetes • Type 2 Diabetes • Metabolic Health • Low-Carbohydrate Nutrition • Weight Loss Medical Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your medications, diet, or treatment plan. If This Episode Helped You... ⭐ Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode. ⭐ Leave a 5-star review—it helps more people discover evidence-informed metabolic health education. ⭐ Share this episode with someone who's ever been told, "Your blood work looks normal," but still felt like something wasn't right. Together, let's educate, inspire hope, and work toward my mission of reversing one million cases of type 2 diabetes through education. #InsulinResistance #FastingInsulin #Prediabetes #MetabolicHealth #Type2Diabetes #BloodWork #HealthBeyondWeightLoss #reverse1milliontype2diabetes

  7. Jul 20

    32. What Is Insulin Resistance? Could It Start Years Before Prediabetes?

    What Is Insulin Resistance? Could It Start Years Before Prediabetes? Could insulin resistance begin years before you're ever told you have prediabetes? Many people believe insulin resistance and prediabetes are the same thing—but they're not. In this episode, Registered Nurse and Metabolic Health Educator TaShawn Davis, RN, explains what insulin resistance is, why it matters, and why understanding your body may be one of the most important steps you can take toward improving your metabolic health. You'll also hear the story of a woman who thought feeling tired, forgetful, and "slower" was simply part of getting older—until one conversation changed her perspective. Whether you're living with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, obesity, fatty liver, PCOS, or you're simply trying to understand your lab work, this episode will help you ask better questions and become a more informed partner in your healthcare. In This Episode ✔ What insulin resistance actually is ✔ Why blood sugar isn't the whole story ✔ The difference between insulin resistance, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes ✔ Why many people may have insulin resistance before their blood sugar becomes abnormal ✔ Why understanding your body gives you hope—not fear ✔ Questions to discuss with your healthcare provider Key Takeaways • Insulin does much more than regulate blood sugar. • Insulin resistance may develop before blood sugar reaches the diagnostic range for prediabetes or diabetes. • Prediabetes and diabetes are based on diagnostic thresholds, but the underlying metabolic changes may begin earlier. • Education empowers you to make informed decisions alongside your healthcare team. • Understanding your body is one of the greatest investments you can make in your future health. 🎉 Join Me in Person! FREE Metabolic Health Experience 📍 Encore Assisted Living 🗓 July 29 🕑 2:00–4:00 PM Discover practical, science-based strategies to better understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, and metabolic health. The Metabolic Intensive™ Ready to go deeper? Join my 6-week Metabolic Intensive™, where we'll cover: • Understanding your labs • Meal planning • Low-carb nutrition • Breaking sugar cravings • Sustainable lifestyle strategies • Building lasting metabolic health Orientation & Kickoff: August 15 Registration is now open! 🌐 www.healthbeyondweightloss.com 📚 Books by TaShawn Davis, RN 📖 Sugar Deception: Full Body System Review Learn how sugar and insulin resistance affect nearly every system of the body and discover practical strategies to improve your metabolic health. 🛒 https://a.co/d/0eVtBjg7 📖 Uproot the Cravings A 21-Day Sugar Detox Devotional & Journal designed to help you break free from sugar cravings one day at a time. 🛒 https://a.co/d/0j2BDw2j Connect With Me 🌐 www.healthbeyondweightloss.com 🎙 Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast 📘 Health Beyond Weight Loss Facebook Community Medical Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace personalized medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, medications, or treatment plan. If This Episode Helped You... ⭐ Follow the podcast. ⭐ Leave a review. ⭐ Share this episode with someone who has been told they have prediabetes or is wondering why they don't feel like themselves anymore. Together, we can educate, inspire hope, and work toward my mission of reversing one million cases of type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance through education. #reverse1milliontype2diabetes

  8. Jul 16

    31. Think Insulin Only Controls Blood Sugar? Think Again. 7 Jobs of Insulin

    Could understanding one hormone change the way you think about your entire body? Most people think insulin has just one job: controlling blood sugar. But insulin is one of the hardest-working hormones in the human body. It helps move nutrients into cells, communicates with your liver, supports muscle repair, coordinates energy storage, and helps your body respond to the food you eat. In this episode of Health Beyond Weight Loss, Registered Nurse TaShawn Davis, RN, breaks down the 7 essential jobs of insulin using simple, practical analogies that make physiology easy to understand. You'll also hear the inspiring story of Louis, a gentleman I coached live on the radio for 14 weeks. During a recent podcast interview, he shared how much his life has changed. Friends noticed he was glowing, had more energy, and seemed happier. His story reminds us that understanding our bodies can lead to hope and healthier choices. This episode is not about blaming insulin. It's about appreciating the incredible way God designed our bodies and understanding why this remarkable hormone is so important. In This Episode ✅ Why insulin is much more than a "blood sugar hormone" ✅ The 7 important jobs insulin performs every day ✅ How insulin helps move glucose into many cells for energy ✅ Why your body stores extra energy—and why that's part of a healthy design ✅ How insulin supports muscle growth and tissue repair ✅ The relationship between insulin and your liver ✅ Why insulin is considered a hormone messenger ✅ Louis' inspiring health journey and what we can learn from it ✅ Why understanding physiology can replace fear with hope Key Takeaways 🧠 Insulin is essential for normal metabolism and healthy body function. 🍽️ Insulin helps your body respond to the nutrients you eat. 💪 Insulin supports muscle repair by helping many cells take up amino acids after meals. 🫀 Your liver and insulin work together to help maintain normal blood glucose between meals. ⚖️ Understanding insulin helps you better understand your body—not fear it. 🙏 God designed the human body with incredible wisdom. Learning physiology helps us become better stewards of our health. 🎉 Join the FREE Summer Metabolic Health Experience Tour Are you ready to better understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, metabolism, inflammation, and metabolic health? Join me for one of our FREE educational events designed to simplify complex health topics into practical, understandable steps. You'll learn: ✔️ Could your diabetes be reversible? ✔️ What is insulin resistance? ✔️ Understanding your lab work ✔️ Nutrition that supports metabolic health ✔️ Simple lifestyle strategies that make sense ✔️ Live Q&A 🎟️ Reserve your seat: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/16758731652?aff=ebdsshandroid 🔥 Founding Member Enrollment Ends Friday! The Metabolic Intensive™ is a six-week educational experience designed to help you understand your body—not just follow another diet. Together we'll explore: • Insulin resistance • Blood sugar physiology • Lab interpretation • Nutrition • Meal planning • Cravings • Sleep • Movement • Hormones • Sustainable metabolic health 🎉 Founding Members save $100 through Friday! Learn more: 🌿 https://www.healthbeyondweightloss.com 🎁 FREE Download 3-Day Sugar Reset Guide Reduce cravings. Support healthy blood sugar. Take your first step toward better metabolic health. https://bit.ly/Healthbeyondweightlosssugarreset 📚 Celebrate with Me! This summer marks the one-year anniversary of both of my books! If Sugar Deception or Uproot the Cravings has encouraged your health journey, I'd be honored if you'd celebrate by leaving an Amazon review. 📘 Sugar Deception: How Carbs Quietly Damage Your Brain, Body & Hormones https://a.co/d/01ymoGj5 📗 Uproot the Cravings: A 21-Day Sugar Detox Devotional & Journal https://a.co/d/0j2BDw2j 💚 Join Our Community Health Beyond Weight Loss: Metabolic Health & Insulin Resistance https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1D6w5nyvMR/ Connect with TaShawn Davis, RN 🌐 Website https://www.healthbeyondweightloss.com 🎙️ Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-beyond-weight-loss-insulin-resistance-blood/id1890758407 📘 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TaShawnDavisRNHealthCoach 📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tashawndavisrnhealthcoach About Health Beyond Weight Loss Health Beyond Weight Loss is a faith-based podcast that helps people understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, brain fog, memory loss, inflammation, hormones, metabolism, and metabolic health through practical, evidence-informed education rooted in physiology. Hosted by TaShawn Davis, RN, a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of nursing experience, Holistic Health Coach, speaker, and author, each episode simplifies complex health topics so listeners can better understand their bodies, ask informed questions, and take meaningful steps toward improved health. 🌎 Heard in 56+ countries 🌍 Across 6 continents 🏆 Ranked among the Top 5% of podcasts globally ⭐ Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review and share it with someone who wants to better understand their body. Your reviews help more people discover Health Beyond Weight Loss and support our mission to help reverse one million cases of type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance through education, understanding, and hope. Your health. Your family. Your future. Because you are needed in this hour. ❤️

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*** Top 5% Globally Ranked*** Do you struggle with constant sugar cravings, afternoon energy crashes, or brain fog that makes it hard to focus on the things that matter most? If you’ve ever wondered why your health seems to be getting worse even when you’re trying to do the right things, you’re not alone. Welcome to Health Beyond Weight Loss, the podcast that helps you break sugar cravings through balanced blood sugar so you can regain steady energy, think clearly, and take control of your health. Through holistic health that focuses on faith, physiology, common sense, and a little humor, I help you understand and battle chronic health conditions.  I’m TaShawn Davis, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach, and after more than two decades working in healthcare, I began to see a pattern. Many people are struggling with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and insulin resistance, yet very few understand the simple physiology behind what’s happening inside their bodies. On this podcast, I break down complex health topics into simple, practical conversations so you can understand how sugar, insulin resistance, and metabolic health affect the way your body functions. Each episode helps you connect the dots between what you eat, how your body responds, and how to stabilize your blood sugar for lasting results. You’ll learn how insulin resistance impacts your energy, weight, and overall health—and how to improve it using practical strategies like intermittent fasting, low-carb, ketosis, carnivore, stress reduction, and any dietary preference, and more, so you can restore your energy and support long-term health. If you’re ready to understand your body, break the cycle of sugar cravings, and start building real health beyond weight loss, with faith and confidence, you’re in the right place. So grab your favorite sugar-free drink, settle in, and let’s chat about it!.

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